Construction - Billboard Installer

Construction - Billboard Installer

Would you like to see a different part of your city every day from a bird's eye view? Our Lamar office in Albuquerque, NM is now hiring a new Operations crew member to help us bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Albuquerque, New Mexico and surrounding areas. This job is action-packed, and we provide all the training and equipment to start your career in the outdoor advertising industry.

The purpose of this position is to install and maintain billboards, including the installation of advertisements, maintenance of structures, and the upkeep of billboard cosmetics. This position most often works as part of an installation crew.

Why Lamar? Want a career that takes you above the everyday? As part of Lamar's billboard construction and operations crew, you'll experience the city from a bird's-eye view while building and maintaining the structures that keep communities informed. Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and adventure—every single day. Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world.

With over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day.

What we are looking for in YOU:
Good communication skills. Ability to speak and read English fluently Must be willing to work and get along well with others Basic computer skills including Internet navigation and Microsoft Word & Excel Ability to comply with Lamar safety standards while performing work Ability to work from ladders and to carry a ladder and/or other tools to the worksite from vehicle Working knowledge of electrical skills and techniques Working knowledge of fabrication skills and techniques Skill in reading technical documents, such as blueprints and diagrams General knowledge of Lamar, Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations Ability to safely use construction equipment, in regards to the construction and maintenance of outdoor structures Ability to climb heights and work at heights above ground safely Ability to document installations, through photographs and written logs Skill in the practical applications of mathematics, in relation to construction and operations tasks Skill in setting priorities which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities

Education and experience:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required A valid driver's license is required Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course required Preferred certifications : CDL/Non-CDL, Crane, Signal, Rigging, or LDD Previous experience working at heights up to 200 ft. above ground preferred Or some equivalent combination of education and experience